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Make the Most of Your Job Search with Indeed + Goodwill

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Indeed, the world’s number one job search site, has partnered with Goodwill to help individuals find jobs and advance their careers. Indeed is providing resources to make it easier to navigate the online job seeking world during and after the pandemic.

How Nailing Behavioral Interview Questions Can Help You Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market

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In an overly crowded and competitive job market, being prepared can help you stand apart so you can land your next job. While you’re refreshing your résumé and picking your interview attire, take some time to brush up on your interview skills, including the often-overlooked behavioral interview questions.

White House Policy Board Tackles COVID-19 Workforce Recovery

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On Tuesday, May 19, the American Workforce Policy Advisory Board held a virtual meeting to discuss strategies for supporting workers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Comprised of leaders from industry, higher education, government and nonprofit organizations, the board advises the Administration on workforce development policy and work to promote career education and job training opportunities.

How to Prepare for a Virtual Interview

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If you or someone you know is looking for a job, you will note that the job market is quite different. While online job searching is not new, many other aspects of the process are taking place online. Let’s look at a few ways the job market is changing and how you can prepare for a virtual interview

My Story: Robert Aronson

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Robert Aronson proudly served his country as a Combat Medic with the Navy Seals. Despite this impressive accomplishment, the last 10 years have been difficult for him. After he lost his job, he was unable to find other work and slowly fell into a deep depression. A few years ago, he was referred to Goodwill Southern Nevada from the Veteran’s Administration.

Creating a Winning Resume – Two Simple Steps to Get Started

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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to reexamine our work and how we present ourselves in an ever-evolving workplace. As unemployment continues to rise, job seekers are having to prepare to find work among a lot of uncertainty. Having an updated resume is the first step to feeling confident about making your next career move.

Three Crafty DIYs to Make At Home Using Your Goodwill Finds

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With more time on our hands during these unprecedented times, people have turned to creativity to keep themselves busy. Instead of giving in to online shopping, I’ve seen posts on social media from people who have learned to make do with what they have and turn it into something creative and fabulous. I’ve loved pouring through posts on social media, seeing how everyone has been upcycling their thrifted finds, both clothing and home goods, and turning them into something new again.

Urge Congress to Support Nonprofits in the Next COVID-19 Relief Package

Another week has gone by and another 3 million individuals have filed for unemployment, bringing the total number of unemployed to more than 36 million over the last two months. What started as a public health crisis became an economic crisis and morphed into an employment crisis. Lawmakers play a significant role as well, which is why Goodwill Industries International continues to join 450 other charitable nonprofits in asking Congress to provide #Relief4Charities.

Staying Connected While Staying at Home

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As we limit our time in public during this pandemic, staying connected with others is more important than ever. As we experience online conversations and meetings, adequate technology and internet access are essential. Free and low-cost phone and internet programs are available for those who may need help accessing connectivity.

Rejoining the Workforce with High Unemployment – What if the employer says ‘no’?

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In an employer’s market, where employers can be very selective about who they hire, it’s quite possible you will hear “no” quite often. While it can be discouraging, please don’t take it personally. There could be many reasons for the rejection letter, call or email.

Finding Good During Goodwill Week

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As part of Goodwill Week, both Goodwill Industries International and local Goodwill organizations around the country have encouraged people to “Find Good Everywhere.” Amidst partisan bickering, it’s not always easy to find good on Capitol Hill, but there were a few highlights to acknowledge, which have been beyond good for our advocacy efforts seeking #Relief4Charities in the next congressional package.

Rejoining the Workforce with High Unemployment – Preparing for the Interview

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As the workforce begins the work of rebuilding, it’s important to keep in mind that we are now in an employer’s market. With an overabundance of talent, employers can be very selective about who they hire. To put your best foot forward, preparation is key.